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as in accessory
something that is not necessary in itself but adds to the convenience or performance of the main piece of equipment
a slew of options that would add several thousand dollars to the base price of the car
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as in choice
the power, right, or opportunity to choose
you will have the option to select one of several quite different health insurance plans
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Recent Examples of option
And this option from Amazon is on sale now for Prime members, which covers over 200 countries and regions and can charge up to six devices simultaneously.
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Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
30 June 2026
The last two options would remove the pedestrian, bike, and public transit infrastructure to make room for the original traffic lanes.
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Emily Holshouser,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
30 June 2026
Anyone who is being scammed is advised to cut off all contact with the scammer immediately, but short of taking her phone and blocking all means of reaching out to the fake celebrity, that may not be an option right now.
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R. Eric Thomas,
Chicago Tribune,
30 June 2026
Lawmakers plan to direct the Department of Finance to present the Legislature with options for how to do that.
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CBS News,
30 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for option
Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
30 June 2026
The last two options would remove the pedestrian, bike, and public transit infrastructure to make room for the original traffic lanes.
—
Emily Holshouser,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
30 June 2026
Anyone who is being scammed is advised to cut off all contact with the scammer immediately, but short of taking her phone and blocking all means of reaching out to the fake celebrity, that may not be an option right now.
—
R. Eric Thomas,
Chicago Tribune,
30 June 2026
Lawmakers plan to direct the Department of Finance to present the Legislature with options for how to do that.
—
CBS News,
30 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for option
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The designer recently also unveiled a Net-a-porter exclusive footwear capsule with Manolo Blahnik, which combines Blahnik’s craftsmanship across shoes and accessories with Wickstead’s feminine and detailed approach to womenswear.
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That means all the important stuff, along with some smaller accessories like weather-resistant furniture covers.
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Miltos’ Greek Table at Andronis Luxury Suites is the Oia choice for travelers who want romance.
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Vic makes some baffling choices here, buzzing in twice on the first word in the series without hearing the rest, and getting eliminated from multiple rounds five seconds in.
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Texas lawmakers passed a broad blue law in 1961 that prohibited the sale of 42 categories of goods, including clothing, appliances, housewares and hardware, on both Saturday and Sunday.
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Journeymen plumbers have demonstrated competence across water supply systems, sanitary drainage and venting, storm drainage, gas piping and appliance connections, and heating systems.
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However, a golden milk latte may still offer some anti-inflammatory benefits and is a good alternative to sugary coffee drinks.
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In addition to its telecommunications capabilities, the company is also developing a commercial position, navigation, and timing service as an alternative to GPS.
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There is a tendency in institutional finance to treat cultural understanding as a qualitative add-on, valuable in principle but difficult to weight against hard risk factors.
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Stretch that across pedicures and add-on services and the annual bill climbs higher still.
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These distinct sauce styles are all rooted in traditions that developed in the coastal South, influenced by shifting populations, regional preferences, and supply chains.
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As carbuyers' preferences have shifted, pricier vehicles have become the norm at dealerships, leaving budget-conscious shoppers with fewer affordable models to choose from.
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Ahead, everything to know about this beachside favorite, along with refreshing ways to style this timeless look all summer long.
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Still, the way the ordinance is worded also prohibits teaching yoga for free, Pease pointed out.
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“Option.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/option. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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